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Produkt Invention of Clouds - How an Amateur Meteorologist Forged the Language of the Skies (Hamblyn Richard)(Paperback / softback) má EAN kód 9780330391955.
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Provides an introduction to the history and development of the television and explains how a television works. Includes information on some of the inventors who were influential in the invention of the
The paperback of the Sunday Times bestseller that reveals how the earth became the shape it is today. This book will change the way you see the world -
Presents an investigation into the evolution of language. This book exposes the elusive forces of creation at work in human communication. Along the way, it teaches why German maidens are neuter while German turnips are female, why we have feet not foots, and how great changes of pronunciation may
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An illustrated key to unlocking the mysteries of paintings, sculpture and architecture by the great Italian masters, this book also provides fresh insight into the currents of Renaissance thought, from humanism to myticism to religious
How did the popularity of underwear in the twelfth century lead to the invention of the printing press? How did the waterwheel evolve into the computer? How did the arrival of the cannon lead eventually to the development of movies? In this highly acclaimed and bestselling book, James Burke
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the English-language debut of an outstanding Colombian writer about the many meanings of motherhood and
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First ever critical study of Tolkien's little-known essay, which reveals how language invention shaped the creation of Middle-earth and beyond, to George R R Martin's Game of Thrones.J.R.R. Tolkien's linguistic invention was a fundamental part of his artistic output, to the extent that later on in
The everyday practice of photography by millions of amateur photographers -- the family snapshots, the holiday prints, the wedding portraits -- may seem to be a spontaneous and highly personal activity. But Bourdieu and his associates show that few cultural activities are more structured and
Plato's Symposium, composed in the early fourth century BC, demonstrates how powerful the skills of reasoning and evaluation can be. Known to philosophers for its seminal discussion of the relationship of love to knowledge, it is also a classic text for demonstrating the two critical thinking
A magisterial exploration of the natural history of the first four thousand million years of life on and in the earth, by one of Britain's most dazzling science
As remarkable as Columbus and the conquistador expeditions, the history of Portuguese exploration is now almost forgotten. This title tells an epic tale of navigation, trade and technology, money and religious zealotry, political diplomacy and espionage, sea battles and shipwrecks, endurance,
An illustrated guide for the amateur and professional musician that teaches us how to transform practicing from an often laborious activity into an exhilarating and rewarding experience Foreword by Yehudi Menuhin - 'Give this book to any musician you love and to any person who loves what music does
Charting Richard Long's critical reception, this anthology of writings tracks the artist's radical rethinking of the relationship between art and landscape. Widely considered as one of the most influential British artists of his generation, Long's practice stems from his deep love of nature and the
The Language of Politics: * examines how both politicians and commentators describe political stances* explores some of the most common linguistic features to be found in political speeches* analyses electioneering through various written texts including manifestos, posters and pamphlets* looks at
From the award-winning author of running classic 'Feet in the Clouds,' Richard Askwith makes a passionate and inspiring case for runners to get back to nature. Richard Askwith wanted more. Not convinced running had to be all about pounding pavements, buying fancy kit and racking up extreme
Fascism was the major political invention of the twentieth century and the source of much of its pain. How can we try to comprehend its allure and its horror? Is it a philosophy, a movement, an aesthetic experience? What makes states and nations become
How to join the British Army is an exciting new book that covers every element of the British Army selection process. It covers all aspects of selection from how to apply, how to pass the Army BARB test, BARB test questions, preparing for the Army Development Selection Centre and also how to pass